Even as more people get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, many still can't easily pay their medical bills and are avoiding needed medical treatments, according to a new survey from The Commonwealth Fund.

Senate Bill 1318 also bars insurance companies from providing abortion services to women who get medical coverage through the federal health-care exchange, with exceptions for victims of rape and incest.

Sen. Ted Cruz kicked off a new phase in the 2016 presidential race Monday when he declared himself a candidate for the GOP nomination, setting the stage for a frenetic battle among Republicans eager to take back the White House.